Casey Kandilakis

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Casey Kandilakis is a leading researcher in the field of rehabilitative robotics, with a primary focus on the physiological and practical impacts of lower extremity exoskeletons for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Her work bridges the critical gap between technological development and clinical application, investigating how these devices affect the human body and how they can be integrated into daily life. Her most cited study, "Acute Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Responses During Exoskeleton-Assisted Walking Overground Among Persons with Chronic Spinal Cord Injury" (2015, 131 citations), is a foundational contribution that quantified the immediate physiological demands of exoskeleton use, demonstrating that it provides a meaningful cardiovascular and metabolic stimulus. This work established a crucial evidence base for using exoskeletons not just for mobility, but as a form of therapeutic exercise. Kandilakis further advanced the field with her comprehensive review, "Exoskeletons for Personal Use After Spinal Cord Injury" (2019, 46 citations), which critically assessed the state of the technology and outlined the key challenges—including safety, usability, and cost—that must be overcome for widespread adoption. Her research is essential for clinicians, engineers, and policymakers working to translate robotic assistance from the lab into real-world, life-changing solutions for people with paralysis.